Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary 3rd edition (Paperback + CD)

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3rd Edition - 2008

A fully updated edition of the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary and CD-ROM, with new, up-to-date vocabulary (e.g. sex-up, speed-dating, whiteboard), new 'mini-collocation' boxes, and new frequency information to highlight the most important words to learn.

The Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary is the ideal dictionary for advanced EFL/ESL learners. Easy to use and with a great CD-ROM. The perfect learner's dictionary for exam success. First published as the Cambridge International Dictionary of English, this new edition has been completely updated and redesigned.

New to 3rd ed. - 'Extra help' section: illustrations, photos maps and the innovative 'let's talk' section, which focuses on conversation and how people really speak in day-to-day situations.

New to 3rd ed. - 'Common mistake' boxes, based on real learner errors from Cambridge ESOL exams, help you to avoid typical mistakes.

New to 3rd ed. - Thesaurus boxes provide alternatives to over-used words, helping you to widen your vocabulary and make your English sound more natural.

New to 3rd ed. - 'Word partner' boxes show you how to use words as a native speaker would.

References to over 170,000 words, phrases and examples explained in clear and natural English

All the important new words that have come into the language (e.g. dirty bomb, lairy, 9/11, clickable)

Over 200 'Common Learner Error' notes, based on the Cambridge Learner Corpus from Cambridge ESOL exams

Advanced Searches - You can use the 'Advanced Search' button to search for particular areas of language. For instance, you can search for idioms only, or phrasal verbs only, or by topic area. The screen shows idioms which contain the word story. Click here for a sample screen from the 2nd edition.

Exercises - The CD-ROM contains many different types of exercise which can be done on screen or printed out for use in the classroom. There are 7 types of word exercises, containing hundreds of randomly generated sentences, which focus on grammar and usage, and 36 picture exercises which are very useful for vocabulary building and practice.